DUH…If you have what you need, and it isn’t enough, nothing will ever be enough.

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From Donna:

DO…remember to say “thank you” for all things great and small.

DON’T…waste your precious life in fear, what-ifs, and WII.

DUH…cherish your unique place in this world.

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From Tim:

DO…respect the planet.

DON’T…contribute to global warming.

DUH…it’s the only one we have.

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From Erica Lynn:

DO…practice what you preach.

DON’T…take things for granted.

DUH…be honest.

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From D:

DO…say “Please” and “Thank you” often.

DON’T…stop believing and hoping.

DUH…sharing is a beautiful thing.

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From Jill:

DO…say thank you…to everyone for everything…even when it’s expected behavior. We all like to hear appreciation for the normal stuff…like holding the elevator door.

DON’T…worry away a good day. Most of the stuff we worry about won’t even happen.

DUH…treat others the way you want to be treated.

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From Linus:

DO…always buy a drink for someone else when you go out.

DON’T…block the crosswalk when you are pulling up to an intersection, pedestrians might need o cross there.

DUH…assume that everyone acts with positive intent.

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From Barbara:

DO…take your kids to the library!

DON’T…control 100% what they get! Let them choose something!

DUH…bring it back on time, and when you do NOT, don’t complain about the 10 cent fine!

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From Colleen:

DO…know actions speak louder than words.

DON’T…hang up the phone without telling your mom (or dad!) you love her (or him).*

DUH…always remember to say thank you.

*applies to everyone you’d hate to miss.

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From Curt:

DO…be on time.

DON’T…procrastinate.

DUH…the emptiest bucket makes the loudest noise.

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From Lisa:

DO…smile and say “Hello.”

DON’T…worry…about things like tornado drills.

DUH…we’re all in this together, let’s give each other a break!

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From Maham:

DO…take 20 minutes a day to fantasize about ANYTHING.

DON’T…break up with someone over social media.

DUH…You don’t give up your job as the President’s Chief of Staff without being absolutely sure you’re gonna be mayor.

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From Sarah:

DO…laugh at yourself.

DON’T…laugh at others…in earshot anyhow.

DUH…smiling is prettier than sneering.

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From Jamie:

DO…let yourself, and others, grow… even if it means growing apart.

DON’T…be so hard on yourself!

DUH…dog poop stinks. If it comes out of your dog, no matter where it is, you should pick it up.

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From Karen:

DO…love to smile

DON’T…worry about tomorrow

DUH…never go to bed angry

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From Sponge:

DO…remind yourself that the universe made you perfectly imperfect.

DON’T…scream “BUTTCHEEKS!” in public venues (learned from experience).

DUH…love and be loved.

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From Ashley:

DO…respect yourself enough to go for what you want in life.

DON’T…settle for anything less.

DUH…if someone pisses you off to no end, it’s probably a good time for the end of them in your life.

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From Sara:

DO…let the tears trickle when someone moves you.

DON’T…shy away from compliments when you get them.

DUH…because you need to believe in your own potential if you want anyone else to follow suit.

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From Martha:

DO…compliment others (genuinely).

DON’T…tell people they’re wrong when they compliment you.

DUH…do things worthy of being complimented for.

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From Karen:

DO…love dreaming, hoping and wishing.

DON’T…promise to do something, and then not follow through.

DUH…love life and being happy.

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From Jan:

DO…cherish the now, enjoy the precious moments.

DON’T…hang on to regrets or long for the future.

DUH…cause life goes by so fast!

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From McNellie:

DO…recycle, resuse, need less, consume less.

DON’T…hang on to grudges. They’ll eat you alive.

DUH…be tolerant of those different from you.

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From Rosa:

DO…order dessert.

DON’T…worry about the calories.

DUH…sometimes it’s all about the little pleasures in life.

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From Kathi:

DO…row if there is no wind.

DON’T…get in the way of someone else’s progress.

DUH…treat others and yourself with respect.

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From David:

DO…be polite, no matter the circumstances.

DON’T…act vengeful when others have done wrong to you, it makes you no less than them.

DUH…if you believe in yourself, then anything is possible!

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From Gabrielle:

DO…wash your hands before cooking, especially if it’s for others.

DON’T…forget to say thank you.

DUH…if the light is red, stop.

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From Julie:

From a book for youths in the juvenile justice and mental health system:

Stop. stay calm. think before you say or do anything.
Do not talk to police without your lawyer.
Never touch a police officer.
Be respectful in court.
Get help if you are very angry or very sad or having trouble coping with life.

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From Christina:

DO…hold your child’s hand while they’ll let you.

DON’T…forget to leave your server a gracious tip. Serving is one of the hardest jobs around.

DUH…take time to encourage others daily; most people are starving for a little encouragement.